Load data for .223 Rem. + 40gr Hornady V-MAX
The most recommended powders for this combination are ADI AR 2207, ReloadSwiss RS 40 and ReloadSwiss RS 36.
Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 1.760 in / 44.70 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.260 in / 57.40 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 55,000 PSI / 3,792 bar.
Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 1.760 in / 44.70 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.260 in / 57.40 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 55,000 PSI / 3,792 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.224 | 40gr | V-MAX
Cartridge:.223 Rem. load data
Case Length (L3):1.759" | 44.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.212" | 5.4 mm
Case Capacity:30 gow | 1.94 cm³
Primer Size:Small Rifle (SR)
Max. Pressure (SAAMI):55,000 psi | 3,792 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:11.5
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Community Loads for .223 Rem. + 40gr Hornady V-MAX
Real loads for this combination shared by our community. Charge weights are only fully visible with an active Pro licence.
| Powder | Charge (gr) | C.O.L. | Barrel Length | Velocity (fps) | Pressure (psi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22.9 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3089 fps | ••• | |
| 25.4 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3404 fps | ••• | |
| 23.1 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3232 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3577 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3260 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.205" | 24.0" | 3331 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.205" | 24.0" | 3301 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.205" | 24.0" | 3048 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.245" | — | 2653 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 26.0" | 3402 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 26.0" | 3455 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.224" | 25.0" | 3121 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.224" | 25.0" | 3425 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.224" | 20.0" | 3287 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.224" | 22.0" | 3409 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.224" | 22.0" | 3294 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.224" | 22.0" | 3330 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 22.0" | 3353 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.224" | 22.0" | 3337 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.224" | 22.0" | 3478 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.224" | 25.0" | 3297 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.224" | 22.0" | 3225 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.224" | 22.0" | 3248 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.224" | 22.0" | 3271 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.205" | 24.0" | 3194 fps | ••• | |
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